Description
Italian Orzo Spinach Soup is a nourishing and flavorful dish that warms the soul and delights the palate. This vibrant soup combines tender orzo pasta with fresh spinach and an array of colorful vegetables, all simmered in a savory broth. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. With its comforting flavors and wholesome ingredients, this soup makes an excellent choice for family dinners, meal prep, or as a starter for gatherings. Customize it by adding your favorite proteins or seasonal veggies to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 small diced white onion
- 1 cup diced celery
- 2 large handfuls fresh baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 to 8 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 (14-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup uncooked orzo pasta
- 1 ½ tablespoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes; cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in stock and add fire-roasted tomatoes with Italian seasoning. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in uncooked orzo; cover and let simmer until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Add spinach and stir until wilted. Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg